rh+ Neo toecovers

Useful option for autumn weather to keep toes from getting chilly in well ventilated cycling shoes.

Weight:

36g

Contact:

www.veroli.co.uk

rh+ Neo toecovers

710David Arthur @davearthur

The Neo Toecovers from rh+ are a good clothing choice for when it's not cold enough for full overshoes but you want a little extra protection and insulation for your toes. The neoprene fabric easily blocks the draughty vents in the front of racey shoe, and also keep your shoes reasonably dry when the roads are damp, but not sodden, and there's a bit of spray from the front wheel.

The neoprene provides a surprising degree of insulation. Typically I wear Belgian-style oversocks at this time of year, when the roads are covered in dirt and water and there's a chill in the air, before switching to thicker overshoes in the winter. These toe covers are an alternative to oversocks and actually provide quite a bit more warmth. They don't stop half the shoe getting covered in filth though.

They are a 'one size fits all size' and they fitted snugly over my size 45 Gaerne shoes and nestled over the lower of the two Boa dials. During riding they didn't budge, remaining firmly in place. The cleat hole easily accommodated my Speedplay cleats too. There's a couple of reflective details, but they're mostly understated in looks.

You can buy a pair of oversocks - also very good for autumn riding when it's not cold enough for full winter clothing - for about half the price. They're cheaper than full overshoes though. Another less obvious use for toe covers is to wear them under overshoes on really cold days for a double layer of insulation over the toes, a good tip for anyone who suffers from poor circulation, as I do.

Verdict

A useful option for autumn weather to keep toes from getting chilly in well ventilated cycling shoes.

road.cc test report

Make and model: rh+ Neo Toecover

Size tested: One Black

Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?

Neoprene toe covers.

Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?

Anatomic construction

Cleat opening on sole

Reflective appliqués

Rate the product for quality of construction:

7/10

Solid construction and hard-wearing, especially around the cleat opening.

Rate the product for performance:

8/10

A good option when it's not cold or wet enough for full overshoes, providing good insulation for the toes. Useful for very well ventilated race shoes.

Rate the product for durability:

7/10

Good durability and no signs of wear.

Rate the product for value:

7/10

You can buy a pair of oversocks - also very good for autumn riding when it's not cold enough for full winter clothing - for about half the price. They're cheaper than full overshoes though. And they're good for anyone suffering from poor circulation as come winter you can wear them under overshoes for a double layer of insulation around the toes

Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose

Ticked the boxes very well.

Tell us what you particularly liked about the product

Easy to pull on and stay put, keeps the toes warm and prevents front wheel spray from soaking the front of the shoes.

David has worked on the road.cc tech team since July 2012. Previously he was editor of Bikemagic.com and before that staff writer at RCUK. He's a seasoned cyclist of all disciplines, from road to mountain biking, touring to cyclo-cross, he only wishes he had time to ride them all. He's mildly competitive, though he'll never admit it, and is a frequent road racer but is too lazy to do really well. He currently resides in the Cotswolds.

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